Senior Software Engineer (Remote from Canada)

Jobgether; Remote; CAD 218,000 - 273,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for a blockchain custody team in Canada. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and maintain secure crypto wallet systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Applicants should have experience with TypeScript, Node.js, and REST APIs, and ideally possess knowledge in blockchain technologies. This role offers competitive salary, remote work flexibility, and a vibrant team culture emphasizing growth and mentorship.

Benefits

Competitive salary range: $158,440 to $198,050 USD

Remote work with flexible arrangements

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on software engineering experience delivering backend and fullstack solutions using TypeScript, Node.js.
• Experience designing and operating REST APIs, real-time features, and database modeling.
• Prior experience in blockchain, DeFi, or crypto organizations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain crypto wallet and backend systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements.
• Mentor peers and junior engineers, fostering best practices in software development.

Skills

TypeScript

Node.js

REST APIs

Backend engineering

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD

GitHub Actions

Job description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Software Engineer, Institutional Custody in Canada.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join a dynamic blockchain and crypto custody team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance crypto wallet systems and backend infrastructures. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product, security, and finance, to ensure scalable, modular solutions that meet the highest standards of security and performance. This role requires a proactive, independent mindset with the ability to take ownership of complex technical challenges. The position offers exposure to cutting‑edge blockchain technologies, REST APIs, microservices, and cloud‑based architectures, providing a significant impact on the growth and reliability of crypto custody solutions.

Accountabilities

• Design, develop, and maintain crypto wallet and backend systems using TypeScript, Node.js, Go, and REST APIs.
• Architect modular, scalable, and secure backend infrastructures that support mass adoption and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define technical requirements, optimize setups, and ensure integration with ecosystem partners.
• Assess product opportunities, recommend solutions, and drive advancements while maintaining top‑tier security.
• Mentor peers and junior engineers, fostering best practices in software development and operational ownership.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring reliability, observability, and high system performance.
• Stay current on blockchain, DeFi, and crypto trends, driving innovation and continuous improvement within the team.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands‑on software engineering experience delivering backend and fullstack solutions using TypeScript, Node.js.
• Experience designing and operating REST APIs, real‑time features (WebSockets/webhooks), and database modeling (Postgres/SQLite).
• Familiarity with Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD, GitHub Actions, and cloud platforms.
• Strong security‑first mindset, including secret management, observability, and auditability.
• Prior experience in blockchain, DeFi, or crypto organizations, with deep understanding of UTXO and account models, state management, and consensus mechanisms.
• Proven ability to work independently, take extreme ownership, and thrive in autonomous, high‑impact environments.
• Excellent problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Nice to have: experience with Go, multi‑party computation (MPC) protocols, or React.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $158,440 to $198,050 USD (final offer may vary by experience and location).
• Remote work with flexible arrangements depending on location.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge blockchain and crypto technologies.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a pioneering Web3 environment.
• Collaborative team culture with mentorship and continuous learning opportunities.

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI‑powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top‑fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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